WhatsApp is introducing support for passkeys on Android, the Meta-owned messaging service has announced. With this change, users will no longer have to deal with SMS two-factor authentication as they ...

I've been writing about Android since 2011, with a focus on device reviews, Samsung and Google Pixel hardware, and the latest happenings in the ecosystem. In my entire writing career, I've reviewed ...

WhatsApp for Android now accepts Passkeys for login authentication. You can now use your fingerprint, face, or PIN to unlock WhatsApp on Android. WhatsApp for Android has adopted a new, more secure ...

WhatsApp HD video support is rolling out now to Android and iOS. This bumps video quality from the previous 480p limit to 720p. You can still choose to send videos in the lower quality. Last week, ...

Google’s June 2026 Android system updates add WhatsApp backup controls, Play Protect checks, passkey portability, and Play Store AI search.

I've been writing about Android since 2011, with a focus on device reviews, Samsung and Google Pixel hardware, and the latest happenings in the ecosystem. In my entire writing career, I've reviewed ...

Now, WhatsApp users can securely log in to their accounts using their phone’s facial recognition or fingerprint scanner instead of typing a password. Now, WhatsApp users can securely log in to their ...

see a notification explaining that their current Android version won't support WhatsApp beyond September 8, 2026. WhatsApp users with outdated Android devices need to take note – the messaging ...